Joel McHale
stars as Jeff Winger, a fast-talking lawyer whose degree has been revoked, in
the NBC comedy series "Community."
In addition, McHale satirizes pop culture and current events each week on E!'s
"The Soup." McHale's quick wit and sharp comedic timing have
made "The Soup" a pop culture phenomenon. He also performs his
stand-up act around the country to sold-out audiences.
McHale recently wrapped production on Seth MacFarlane’s “Ted,” which is a live
action tale of a boy and his teddy bear. McHale will star opposite Mark
Walhberg, Mila Kunis and Seth Macfarlane, playing a charming, but sleazy, boss
to Mila Kunis’ character. He can also recently appeared in the films:
"What's Your Number?" opposite Anna Faris, "The Big Year"
with Steve Martin, Jack Black and Owen Wilson, and a “Spy Kids” reboot with
Robert Rodriguez. Previously, McHale starred opposite Matt Damon in
Steven Soderbergh's comedic thriller “The Informant.” He also hosted the
2011 Independent Spirit Awards.
Born in Rome and raised in Seattle, Wash., McHale was a history major at the
University of Washington where he also was a member of their championship
football team. In addition, McHale received his M.F.A. from UW's Actor's
Training Program. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife and two
sons.